Fire in El Hornillo stabilized: the risk to the population is nil.

The recent wildfire in El Hornillo has undergone a notable evolution in its situation, managing to reduce its danger level to zero after two intense days of work. Although the fire remains active, the tireless efforts of the firefighting teams have allowed them to control the situation, at least in terms of threat to the population and the natural environment. The Junta de Castilla y León has reported that, late Saturday afternoon, the fire was stabilized, with an effective perimeter that has managed to contain the flames. Since early Thursday morning, the fire has posed a challenge for emergency services, who have been working from the very beginning to control and extinguish the rapidly spreading flames. Initially, the fire was classified at level 1, indicating the extremely serious situation faced by the responders and the urgency of their efforts. The deployment of resources has been significant, with up to 50 units still operating in the area. This contingent includes three helicopters and several water bombers, which have been continuously dropping water on the most critical points. Additionally, a large ground team composed of fifteen fire engines, ten intervention crews, a bulldozer, and five specialized brigades has been on the front lines of the fight against the fire. It is worth noting that last Friday, the effort to extinguish the fire was even greater, with over a hundred resources involved in the task. The situation became concerning, prompting a reinforcement of the resources allocated to the area, including the addition of various teams of specialized forest fire brigades. The local community has been closely following the events, with great relief upon learning about the stabilization of the fire and the reduction of the risk level. However, the nature of the fire has raised concerns. The emergence of five distinct hotspots since its onset has led authorities to consider the possibility that the fire was intentionally set. The Minister of the Environment, Juan Carlos Suárez Quiñones, has confirmed that investigations are being carried out in collaboration with the Seprona of the Civil Guard to clarify the causes of the incident. The affected area, characterized by an extensive pine forest, is located in the places known as El Collado de la Casa and La Francisca, approximately two kilometers from the urban center of El Hornillo. Although it is estimated that the initially affected area covered about one hundred hectares, data has not been updated since the fire was stabilized. The work of the firefighting teams has been crucial not only for controlling the flames but also for protecting the biodiversity of this area. Wildfires can have devastating consequences for the local ecosystem, and the rapid action of the responders has prevented even greater damage. The community of El Hornillo has breathed a sigh of relief following the stabilization of the fire, but they remain on high alert. The collaboration among the various emergency bodies and continuous information from the authorities are essential to keep the population informed and safe. In conclusion, although the fire in El Hornillo has lowered its danger level to zero, the threat has not completely disappeared. The investigation into the causes of the fire continues, and the community remains vigilant for any updates. Now, the focus is on restoring the area and preventing future fires that could threaten the natural environment and the safety of its residents.